• Legal assistant in civil and commercial litigation

Legal assistant in civil and commercial litigation

• Permanent
• Terrebonne
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Duration: Permanent

Salary : To discuss

Schedule : Day

We are a young and growing law firm. Since there are few of us, the links are created quickly and a pleasant working atmosphere is present on a daily basis.

The position offered is for an initiated legal assistant, ambitious to seize an opportunity to join a firm that offers a modern corporate culture and business model. We offer a flexible schedule and a competitive salary.

Telecommuting is permitted, but we require a presence in the office for consultations with certain clients who prefer an in-person meeting.

The benefits of working with us

• Take advantage of competitive working conditions
• Take advantage of an experienced and dynamic team
• Enjoy an unparalleled team spirit
• Enjoy full professional support
• Work in a modern and friendly environment

Main responsibilities

• Organize, maintain and independently manage litigation files in a digital environment
• Ensure the follow-up of the deadlines in the files
• Communicate with courts, service providers and opposing parties about ongoing cases
• Perform research on RDPRM, land register, Registraire des Entreprises, Corporations Canada, plumitifs and other resources, as needed
• Ensure document management (classification, digitization and archiving)
• Collaborate in the realization of the firm's vision and objectives.
• Some tasks could be modified and others could be assigned to you as needed
• Draft various legal documents and procedures
• Open customer files
• Answer customer calls
• Follow up on files with clients
• Write notes to file and memoranda
• Make contact with clients and bailiffs

Qualifications and Skills

• Has a degree in the legal field or a combination of education and relevant experience (10 years of experience and more an asset)
• Team spirit
• Sense of responsibility and rigor
• Have a great attention to detail, good time management, exceptional organizational skills and be proactive
• Ability to work alone, under the supervision of a partner, and/or in collaboration with other team members
• Ability to work under pressure
• Litigation experience an asset
• Demonstrates autonomy and initiative
• Be able to manage priorities well
• Excellent sense of organization, planning and rigor
• Have the ability to build a relationship with customers
• Legal assistant in civil and commercial litigation

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